The impact of the Mfecane on trade in Southern Africa was
Source: JAMB · 2024
The impact of the Mfecane on trade in Southern Africa was
Explanation
The Mfecane wars destroyed old trade routes across southern Africa. Refugees and new kingdoms created different trading patterns. Some routes collapsed while others emerged in safer areas.
Trade didn’t completely decline; it shifted to new routes. European trade relations weren’t enhanced during this chaotic period. Integration with European markets came later with colonization.
The Mfecane reorganized southern African geography and economics. New power centers meant new trade networks.
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